Albuquerque Unveils Fresh Pickleball: Pickleball and Tennis players in Albuquerque can now enjoy freshly resurfaced courts at Lauren C. Bolles Park and Jerry Cline Tennis Center. Community celebrations and free “Play Days” with instructors are scheduled for Friday, December 20, and Saturday, December 21.
Mayor Tim Keller highlighted the importance of these courts for families.
“Playing Pickleball and Tennis is a great way for families to get out, get active, and take advantage of these sunny winter days we’re getting,” (Tim Keller).
Parks and Recreation Director Dave Simon praised the upgrades.
“Fresh courts at LC Bolles Park and Jerry Cline Tennis Center are an ‘ace’ for our community,”. “High-quality facilities for Pickleball and Tennis, and play days like these, are great for players of all ages and help make Albuquerque the best place to live for families.”(Dave Simon)
Upgrades at Lauren C. Bolles Park
Four tennis courts were resurfaced and striped for both Pickleball and Tennis. This pickleball project, costing $180,000, was fully funded by Representative Debbie Sariñana. The courts were last resurfaced in 2004.
“I’m proud to support these projects, which support healthy activity and community wellness,”. “These investments improve neighborhoods and benefit the entire City.”\( Sariñana)
Improvements at Jerry Cline Tennis Center
At Jerry Cline Tennis Center, eight of 18 courts have been resurfaced, with plans to resurface five more in 2025. New LED light fixtures will also be installed on all 13 lighted courts as part of the next phase of upgrades. These courts were last resurfaced in 2011.
The resurfacing and safety upgrades were funded through contributions from Representatives Debbie Sariñana, Marian Matthews, Elizabeth Thomson, Gail Chasey, and former Representative Christine Trujillo. Additional funding for the LED lighting will come from a combination of state capital outlay and City funds.
Benefits for the Community
The new courts and free events aim to promote active lifestyles and community engagement. Local leaders emphasize the significance of such projects for enhancing neighborhoods and encouraging wellness.
As Albuquerque continues to invest in its parks, these improvements underscore the city’s commitment to providing top-notch recreational facilities for residents of all ages.
News in Brief: Albuquerque Unveils Fresh Pickleball
Albuquerque residents can now enjoy freshly resurfaced pickleball courts and tennis courts at Lauren C. Bolles Park and Jerry Cline Tennis Center. Community celebrations and free “Play Days” are scheduled for December 20-21, featuring instructors for players of all ages. The $180,000 project at Bolles Park was funded by Representative Debbie Sariñana, while additional upgrades at Jerry Cline include resurfaced courts and new LED lighting, enhancing community wellness and engagement.
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